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Chinese Early 20th Century Bookcase with Open Shelves, Drawer and Carved Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese bookcase from the early 20th century, with carved open shelves, two drawers and lower
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

Antique Chinese Four Drawer Bookcase in Elmwood, Rattan and Brass, Certified
Located in Bridgeport, CT
" Certified Antique Handcrafted Chinese Elmwood Bookcase with four drawers, circa 1850. Discover the
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1850s Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Anglo-Chinese Amboyna and Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine Amboyna Anglo Chinese secretaire bookcase from the first half of the 19th century. The
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Amboyna

Anglo-Chinese Camphor and Ebony Campaign Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An Anglo-Chinese camphor and ebony campaign secretaire bookcase, of rectangular form in two
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19th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Ebony

A Rare Mid 19th Century Anglo Chinese Amboyna Bookcase
Located in London, GB
Anglo Chinese, circa 1860 A rare mid nineteenth century Anglo Chinese campaign amboyna and
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Campaign Antique China Bookcases

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Amboyna

Early 19th Century Dutch Bookcase ~ China Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 19th Century Dutch Bookcase ~ China Cabinet was designed to command the room, plus house and
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Early 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Chinese Qing Dynasty Elmwood Bookcase with Three Shelves and Pierced Cartouches
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty elmwood bookcase from the 19th century, with three shelves and
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19th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Chinese 19th Century Elmwood Bookcase with Doors, Drawers and Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique elmwood bookcase cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers, two doors and
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19th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Antique Chinese Lacquered Elm Bookcase Etagere Dry Bar Cabinet Room Divider
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century Chinese elm etagere cabinet. Features a modernist open form with three shelves
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Bookcase with Four Shelves and Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period lacquered bookcase from the 19th century, with four shelves, straight
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Bookcase with Red and Brown Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period large bookcase from the 19th century with red and dark brown lacquer
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Iron

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elm Bookcase with Open Shelves and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty elmwood bookcase from the 19th century, with three open shelves and four
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Chinese Early 20th Century Wooden Bookcase with Woven Rattan Shelves and Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese elm wood bookshelf from the early 20th century with rattan shelves and carved apron
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Rattan, Elm

Rustic Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
Antique rustic bookcase made of elm wood. Having Lattice style screened back. The elm wood is
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Rustic Bookcase
Rustic Bookcase
H 71.5 in W 33 in D 18.5 in
A large early 20th-century elm wood bookcase from China, this piece features 16
Located in Kastrup, DK
A large early 20th-century elm wood bookcase from China. This piece features 16 square cubbies (4x4
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Cherry Bookcase ~ China Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Cherry Bookcase ~ China Buffet is a timeless rendition of
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Early 19th Century Country French Bookcase ~ China Buffet from Normandie
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 19th Century Country French Bookcase ~ China Buffet from Normandie is a timeless example of
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1820s French French Provincial Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

19th Century French Louis XIV Two-Tiered Bookcase ~ China Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XIV Two-Tiered Bookcase ~ China Buffet is a magnificent example of fine
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1880s French Louis XIV Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Antique Eastlake Victorian Chestnut 2 Door Bookcase China Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Chestnut 2 Door Bookcase China Cabinet with Drawers. Item features a
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19th Century Victorian Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut, Glass

Antique American Victorian Pine Curio China Display Cabinet Bookcase Shelf 55"
Located in Dayton, OH
19th Century American Victorian curio / display cabinet. Features a rectangular form made from pine with serpentine backsplash. A central door opens via metal latch to two interior...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique China Bookcases

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Glass, Pine

Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Two Door Bookcase China Closet C1910 Original Finish
By Charles Limbert
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Large and fantastic 2 door arts & crafts mission cabinet. China Closet with deep shelves or a
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Grand 19th Century English Two-Piece Mahogany Stepback Bookcase or China Cabinet
Located in Milford, NH
A beautiful large English two-piece mahogany step back bookcase, its upper case with a molded
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique Black Forest Bookcase or China Cabinet, Swiss, Late 1800's Part of Suite
Located in Chicago, IL
Black Forest bookcase, that was part of a major collection of Black Forest items sold by a Chateau
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1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique China Bookcases

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Marble

Large Qing Period Bookcase Original Black Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large bookcase with original black lacquer, showcasing a beautiful age-related patina, accentuated
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Antique mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
used for multiple purposes. As a bookcase, display cabinet, china cabinet, etc. Because the cabinet
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Early 1900s English Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase
Antique mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase
H 84.65 in W 68.12 in D 13.78 in
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase
Located in Martlesham, GB
An impressive chinoiserie bureau bookcase on a red background, the carcass itself 18th century but
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1920s British Georgian Antique China Bookcases

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Lacquer

19th Century English Sheraton Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
19th century English Sheraton two piece bookcase cabinet. The exquisitely handcrafted period antique
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Early 19th Century Sheraton Antique China Bookcases

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Bronze, Ormolu

China Cabinet
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in New Haven, CT
Extremely fine French mahogany biblioteque with exquisite ormolu mounts, by A. Beurdeley, Paris. The Beurdeley family were a flourishing dynasty of three generations of fine quality ...
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1870s French Louis XVI Antique China Bookcases

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Ormolu

China Cabinet
China Cabinet
H 76.5 in W 43 in D 19 in
19th Century French Bookcase / Vitrine in Walnut
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
china cabinet / bookcase retains its original finish, soft colour and patina, all in home ready
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19th Century Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut

China Closet Biedermeier
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its original condition from many years ago. Simpl...
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1890s Polish Biedermeier Antique China Bookcases

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Palisander

China Closet Biedermeier
China Closet Biedermeier
H 58.67 in W 40.56 in D 19.69 in
China Closet Biedermeier
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its original condition from many years ago. Simpl...
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1890s Polish Biedermeier Antique China Bookcases

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Palisander

China Closet Biedermeier
China Closet Biedermeier
H 63 in W 47.25 in D 18.51 in
Antique English Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, Circa 1790
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
display space for books, collectibles, or fine china. Below the bookcase, the secretary desk portion is
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1790s British George III Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany

China Closet Biedermeier
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its original condition from many years ago. Sim...
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1880s Polish Biedermeier Antique China Bookcases

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Birch

China Closet Biedermeier
China Closet Biedermeier
H 71.26 in W 42.52 in D 18.51 in
19th Century French Ebony and Boulle Bookcase/Vitrine
By François Linke
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A handsome bookcase or china cabinet made in France in the last half of the 19th century. The case
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

Chinese Triple Bat Book Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This book cabinet was likely originally commissioned for a scholar's study to store important texts. The quality and craftsmanship is clear in the bold lines, elegant hardware, and t...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Chinese Triple Bat Book Cabinet, c. 1850
Chinese Triple Bat Book Cabinet, c. 1850
H 75.75 in W 37.75 in D 20.5 in
19th Century French Gothic Revival Carved Bibliothèque Bookcase
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent 19th century Gothic Revival hand carved painted parcel gilt bibliothèque (bookcase
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19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique China Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Paint

China Closet Art Deco
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
It has been cleaned to bare veneer, disinfected and finished by hand with high gloss shellac polish. Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the en...
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Early 1900s Polish Art Deco Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut

China Closet Art Deco
China Closet Art Deco
H 68.9 in W 37.8 in D 15.75 in
Early 19th Century Edwardian Inlaid / Painted Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful craftsmanship mahogany bookcase / china cabinet in the Edwardian style with a flat top
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Early 1800s English Edwardian Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

China Closet Art Deco
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a made to order unique designer Art Deco showcase from 1950 It has been cleaned to bare veneer, disinfected and finished by hand with high gloss shellac polish. Every pi...
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1920s Polish Art Deco Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut

China Closet Art Deco
China Closet Art Deco
H 65.36 in W 43.31 in D 14.18 in
China Closet, Bar Secesja .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Introducing the unique custom-made shop window, the 1900 Art Nouveau bar It has been cleaned to the bare veneer, disinfected and hand finished with a high gloss shellac varnish. ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique China Bookcases

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Oak

China Closet, Bar Secesja .
China Closet, Bar Secesja .
H 55.12 in W 36.23 in D 18.12 in
French 19th Century Stripped Wood Bookcase with Carved Scrolling Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
practical applications, this bookcase could be used to store books, family heirlooms, or even fine china
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19th Century French Country Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

18th Century Dutch Raised Cabinet ~ Bookcase in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Dutch Raised Cabinet ~ Bookcase in Stripped Oak combines stately lines with a casual
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Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Book Cabinets, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the late 19th century, this pair of tall book cabinets was once used in a scholars' studio or well-to-do home to store a collector's most cherished objects. Enclosed by a lo...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Elm

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Period Bookshelf with Classic Design and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period bookcase from the early 20th century with classic design, four
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Brass

Antique French Oak Bookcase with 2-Original Wavy Glass Doors, Unrestored
Located in Chicago, IL
glass. We located this antique French bookcase, china cabinet, or display cabinet in the town of Joigny
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1890s French Country Antique China Bookcases

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Glass, Oak

18 Century English Sheraton George III Satinwood Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1785
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A classic period Sheraton English satinwood and tulipwood China display case or bookcase the upper
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique China Bookcases

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Satinwood

French Louis Philippe Glazed Bookcase/ Vitrine in Rosewood with Drawers, c. 1845
Located in Miami, FL
fine & tall Louis Philippe bookcase or china cupboard has a carved pediment top with glazed door panels
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

English 1880s Black and Gold Breakfront Two Part Bookcase with Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English two part black and gold breakfront bookcase from the late 19th century with Chinoiserie
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Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique China Bookcases

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Wire

Swivel Bookcase Table with Carved Top by Gabriel Viardot, Japonism, circa 1880
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare pedestal table / bookcase in Japanese / Chinese / Asian style. Richly carved : top decorated
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1880s French Japonisme Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

Swivel Bookcase Table with Marble Top by Gabriel Viardot, Japonism, circa 1880
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Rare pedestal table / bookcase in Japanese / Chinese / Asian style, richly carved. With red marble
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1880s French Japonisme Antique China Bookcases

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Marble

19th Century French Louis XIII Bleached Oak Hunting Buffet Deux Corps/Bookcase
Located in Birmingham, AL
glass flanked by barley twist columns, opening to reveal three shelves for displaying china, glassware
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1850s French Louis XIII Antique China Bookcases

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Oak

19th Century Dutch Wilhelm II Oak Armoire/Vitrine or Bookcase/Linen Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
A tall and imposing Wilhelm II Vitrine for displaying books, China and/or collectibles in a warm
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1840s Dutch Rococo Revival Antique China Bookcases

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Oak

Early 20th Century American George II Style Breakfront China Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine quality American made George II style bookcase, breakfront, china cabinet in mahongay with
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Early 20th Century American Georgian Antique China Bookcases

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Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany

18th Early 19th Century Georgian China or Book Press
Located in Charleston, SC
18th- early 19th century Georgian mahogany china or book press on original French feet. Two part
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany

China Closet Art Deco J. Halabala from 1920
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a made to order unique designer Art Deco showcase from 1920, designed and made by a famous designer and carperter Jindrich Halabala - (a Czech designer ranked among the mo...
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1910s Czech Art Deco Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut

China Closet Art Deco J. Halabala  from 1920
China Closet Art Deco J. Halabala  from 1920
H 63 in W 52.37 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Walnut Three Door Bow Front China Cabinet, Scotland 1920, H376
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage walnut three door bow front China cabinet, Scotland 1920, H376 Scotland 1920 Solid walnut
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1920s Scottish Antique China Bookcases

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Walnut

Late Qing Dynasty Red Open Bookshelf with Drawers and Fretwork Shelf
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquer open bookshelf from the early 20th century, with two
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique China Bookcases

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Wood

Chippendale Secretary/Desk
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Haven, CT
George III period mahogany Chinese Chippendale secretary bookcase, England, circa 1790. The
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1790s English Chippendale Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany

Chippendale Secretary/Desk
Chippendale Secretary/Desk
H 100 in W 48 in D 27 in
Fine English Georgian Mahogany Breakfront
Located in Bridgeport, CT
1780's. Exquisite later Georgian breakfront with Chinese Chippendale floral carved details in the
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1780s English Georgian Antique China Bookcases

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Mahogany, Glass

Fine English Georgian Mahogany Breakfront
Fine English Georgian Mahogany Breakfront
H 77.75 in W 56.5 in D 17.5 in
19th Century Indonesian Lamari Palembang Display Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
. Exquisitely hand-crafted in the 19th century by highly skilled Chinese or Buddhist artisans for Indonesian
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19th Century Antique China Bookcases

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Wood, Giltwood, Glass

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Antique China Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique China bookcases for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and oak, all antique China bookcases available were constructed with great care. Antique China bookcases have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique China bookcases bearing Victorian or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Auffray Furniture produced beautiful antique China bookcases that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique China Bookcases?

Prices for antique China bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique China bookcases begin at $850 and can go as high as $35,900, while the average can fetch as much as $2,950.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique China Bookcases
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For an item to be considered antique, it needs to be 100 years or older. It can be tricky to determine the age of a cabinet on your own. The best way to determine the value and age of your china cabinet is to work with a certified appraiser. You’ll find expertly vetted antique china cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much an antique china cabinet is worth depends on the style of the cabinet, age and condition. Any additional features/decorative touches might increase the worth of the cabinet. That is, a cabinet with hand painting or carving will cost more in general. Also, the older the cabinet, the more its value. An antique china cabinet can be purchased for $1500 onwards. Find a collection of antique china cabinets today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique blue and white china are known as Flow Blue. Flow Blue was popular during the Victorian era and is still highly coveted by collectors for its eye-catching design and hazy patterns. Browse a wide selection of authentic Flow Blue dishware and serve ware on 1stDibs.

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